All of the photography in this post is original and was shot as part of my Around Alberta series. Click any of the titles in this post to view the complete gallery associated with that location.
Writing On Stone Provincial Park - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
Located in southern Alberta, Writing On Stone (Áísínai´pi) is an incredible geological treasure in the Milk River valley. Featuring hoodoos, First Nations history, and a wealth of trails, this is a spectacular place to camp, hike, and explore. In 2005 this area was designated a National Historic Site of Canada.
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Jasper National Park - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
Jasper National Park is the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. Grizzly bears, moose, and big horn sheep are found here against the backdrop of pristine lakes and awe-inspiring mountain vistas.
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Red Rock Coulee Natural Area - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
A small natural area in the southern Alberta prairies, Red Rock Coulee is not to be missed. Giant red spherical boulders create an almost otherworldly landscape and offer a unique experience that's off the beaten path.
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Waterton Lakes National Park - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
The pristine wilderness and stunning landscape of Waterton are something that can only be experienced in person. The transition from the rolling prairies to majestic mountain ranges is equally impressive as you approach this national park in the southwestern corner of Alberta.
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Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
A place like Head-Smashed-In puts the history of the Great Plains and its earliest inhabitants into perspective. With over 5000 years of history connected to this location, it's a profound experience to view one of the largest and best preserved buffalo jumps in existence.
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Dinosaur Provincial Park - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
As one of the richest deposits of dinosaur fossils in the world, Dinosaur Provincial Park is in a league of its own. Beautiful badlands topography is only made more incredible when paired with the discoveries that have been made here.
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Banff National Park - 7 Natural Wonders of Alberta
Canada's oldest national park is also one of its most iconic. There's no denying that on an international level, Banff National Park is what puts Alberta on the map for many. The park boasts the most annual visitors of any other national park in the country, and its scenery and attractions give a good explanation as to why. There's no other place quite like it.
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